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Mauricio Pochettino Addresses Mason Mount’s Move to Manchester United

Mauricio Pochettino the newly appointed Chelsea boss has broken his silence on Mason Mount‘s transfer to Manchester United, stating that he is unaware of the reasons behind the midfielder’s departure from Stamford Bridge.
Mount’s move to Old Trafford was completed earlier this week, marking the end of his 18-year association with Chelsea.
Despite the Blues’ intention to offload several players this summer, Mason Mount was considered a player they were determined to retain, given his significant contributions in recent seasons.
However, the midfielder expressed his desire to leave, and with only a year remaining on his contract, Chelsea decided to cash in on the English international.
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The extent of Pochettino’s involvement in Mount’s departure, if any, remains unknown. During his first press conference at the club on Friday, the Argentine manager opted not to disclose any details regarding the situation.
“When I talk about the future, it’s about the players in the squad,” Pochettino stated when asked about his thoughts on having Mount in his team.
“He [Mount] is a Manchester United player now. I don’t know what happened in the past. We need to be focused on our players, move on, and try to build a positive future.”
Pochettino acknowledged his past affiliation with Tottenham Hotspur but emphasized the need to look forward and concentrate on meeting the expectations placed upon him.
He expressed his pride in joining Chelsea and highlighted the importance of making the right decisions to create a competitive team.
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Although Pochettino officially began his work at Chelsea on Monday, he has been consulting the club on transfer matters. Nine players have already left, with more expected to follow suit.
When questioned about his involvement in the club’s signings and sales, Pochettino clarified, “When we met for the first time and agreed to start working on July [1st], Laurence and Paul presented the squad transition plan.
They have been working diligently, and I am pleased with the progress. From now on, I am more involved and eager to collaborate with them.”
As Pochettino settles into his role at Chelsea, he aims to establish a positive atmosphere and build a cohesive team.
The focus is now on the future, leaving the details of Mason Mount’s departure in the past. With a fresh start and a team of dedicated individuals, Pochettino is determined to deliver success for the club and its supporters.